French Conversation · Level 33
90 words
French word
égal
Pronunciation
IPA/egal/
Meaning
- adjectiveequal
Example
Les deux montres sont égales.
The two watches are equal.
More examples
Les deux équipes sont égales.
The two teams are equal.
Core concept
A balanced scale shows two sides matching exactly in measure or value.
Common phrases
être égal à
be equal to
Similar words
pareil: The same in appearance or nature, without any noticeable difference.
identique: Exactly the same, with no way to tell them apart.
semblable: Very similar in appearance or qualities.
équivalent: Matching in value or effect and regarded as equally effective.
Definition in French
Qui a la même valeur, la même quantité ou le même degré qu'une autre chose.
Word origin
The French adjective égal continues Latin aequalis through Old French, with aequus as the older root meaning level or equal.
Usage tips
- Égal agrees with the noun: égale is feminine, égaux is masculine plural, and égales is feminine plural.